complimentary

[kom-pluh-men-tuh-ree, -tree] / ˌkɒm pləˈmɛn tə ri, -tri /

ADJECTIVE

flattering

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appreciative congratulatory polite respectful

WEAK

adulatory approbative approbatory approving celebrating commendatory courtly encomiastic encomiastical eulogistic fair-spoken fawning highly favorable honeyed honoring laudatory panegyrical plauditory praiseful sycophantic unctuous well-wishing with high praise with highest recommendation

Antonyms

STRONGEST

unmannerly

WEAK

blaming censuring critical denouncing disparaging for sale insulting reproachful unflattering

ADJECTIVE

free

Synonyms

WEAK

as a perk chargeless comp costless courtesy donated free lunch free of charge gratis gratuitous honorary on the house

Antonyms

WEAK

blaming censuring critical denouncing disparaging for sale insulting reproachful unflattering

Example Sentences

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Despite her loyalty, Epstein seems to have been far from complimentary about Ferguson behind her back on at least one occasion.

From BBC

Behind her back, Epstein seems to have been far from complimentary, sending another contact a link to a newspaper article about Ferguson, with the comment: "Pic of F from Friday not the prettiest sight."

From BBC

It’s when we make it a point to request a complimentary dessert when we go out to eat, regardless of how full our bellies may be.

From Salon

Lifeguards were everywhere, and life vests were complimentary.

From The Wall Street Journal

The company has also raised the threshold for when shoppers receive a complimentary item with a purchase—the biggest promotional shift in recent months, said Sekella.

From The Wall Street Journal

complimentary

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